William Chrisman High School - Gleam Yearbook (Independence, MO)

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Mr. W. E. Matthews, Superintendent One of the most influential and helpful factors in the lite of Chrisman students is our Superintendent of Schools, Mr. W. E. Mat- thews. It was indeed a fortunate occurrence for the Independence School System when the board of education was able to secure Mr. Matthews's services. His knowledge of new methods, and his close connection with the Missouri State Department of Education have made him ideally suited for this posi- tion. His interest in student activities, his un- derstanding of YOUll'1'S problems, and his Willingness to help all who need his sound advice, have endeared him to pupils cmd teachers alike. He inspires admiration. in Q11 those who have come in contact with his winning personality, keen intellect, and firm character. SUPERINTEIJENT Especially invaluable is his wholesome advice to the boys who are preparing to en- ter the services as well as those who are al- ready serving and those at home who are bewildered by the rapid current of the World events. He urges all students to make the most of their opportunities as presented in the school curriculum and to prepare them- selves to face their problems in society through adequate use of their time and ma- terials. Mr. Matthews realizes the vast im- portance of using one's time to the best ad- vantage. He feels that nothing can be so imf portant to young people as a good education and that we shall realize this more and more in the difficult period of reconstruction follow- ing the war. He has shown us by his own lite that not until we can master ourselves can we hope to become successful members of society. Mr. Matthews attended Maryville Col- lege, Warrensburg State Teachers' College, and the University of Missouri. He holds a Master's degree. Mrs. Mildred Kearnes, Mr. Matthews' assistant, is well trained for her position. She has a B. S. degree in Education from the State Teachers' Normal in Pittsburg, Kansas, with special secretarial training. She is ca- pable and friendly to all and a suitable sec- retary for such a remarkable superintendent. Mr. Matthews Mrs. Kearnes

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BUARIJ UF EIJUCATIUN OFFICERS MR. IOHN W. LUPF - - e - President K MR. FLEMING W. PENDLETON - Vice President is , MISS KATIE Cl-IASTAIN - Secretary-Treasurer If ,L,A The Board of Education is 'alwaysenthusiastic and active at its regular monthly meetings. There is not a more spirited group of individuals in our com- munity than the ones who guide 'and control the man- agement of our school. Among .the many difficult problems which come before the board are: selecting the teachers, .deciding the holidays, handling all financial matters, and arranging the curriculum of our school. Their efficiency is shown by the way they handle these problems and guide our school safely on its course. The Board of Education' is similar to a demo- cratic form of. government. The superintendent of school, Mr. W. E. Matthews is the executive officer of the board: the six members are the directorsg the teachers are the officersy and the citizens of Inde- pendence are the stockholders. ' u 4 Mr. Iohn W. Luft , The meetings are held under the leadership of Mr. John W. 'Luf'f, who continues meeting his respone sibilities as the president of the association. His term expires in April, 1946. He is assisted in his work by Mr. Fleming Pendleton, the vice president of the board, Whose term expires in April, 1944. Miss Katie Chastain, the capable secretary of the board, continues in her work this year. The other members of the board are: 'Mrs. Adron Randall, Mrs. Howard Hinde, Dr. Floyd Yale, end Mr. Iohn A. Becker. With the guidance of these efficient citizens of our community, our school will go on to a more prof gressive future than we have ever known before. The Board of Education in Session A

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Mr. I. N I-Lanthorn Assistant Superintendent Mr. I. N. Hanthorn is very capable of handling his work as assistant Superin- tendent of Schools. He has many and varied duties to perform in this offi' e not only for our school system but for the en tire community as well One of his duties is to keep permanent records of every child from the age of a few months to twenty years who lives in the lndepend ence district This record lncludes name of child date of birth and age at the t1me of enumeration Mr Hanthorn performs this task efficiently and accurately He was in charge of the N Y A work tnow discontmuedl for this d1str1ct When Mr Matthews is absent Mr Hanthorn per forms faithfully the duties of the superin tendent Another important duty is the granting of work permits for anyone un der twenty years of age who works after school or on Saturdays Many of these people need birth cert1f1 ates so the office of assistant superintendent looks up the birth date of the person s school card and Il II ll ASSISTANT SUPERINTENIJENT 'A' ak ' makes a certification of birth. Mr. Han- thorn also has helped with the issuing of ration books. He has compiled a report on the lndependeence School System which includes its finances, teachers, schools, and the number of pupils in each school, in addition to other useful infor- mation. - While he was principal, many new courses were added, student government was instituted, and he sponsored the stu- dent handbook. Mr. Hanthorn has had a very broad education. He has studied at the State Teachers' College at Warrensburg and at the University of Missouri, and he re- ceived his Master's Degree from Colum- bia University in New York City. He ,is a very versatile man. Because of this he is able to teach in almost every classroom. He takes a keen interest in our school activities. When we have our installation of officers he always seems willing to come and talk to us We are always glad to have him come back for a V1S1l because he has so many worth while ideas and suggestions that can help us greatly At his desk 1 ,.. . V 1 - 1 I ' . I - 1 1 . . 1 1 ' I ' 1 - ' 1 'R . . .H , V 1 ' f 1 .X , , Q